Production Planner

Come join our growing team! We are recruiting for a Production Planner. The Production Planner is responsible to schedule production for the Grand Rapids, MI facility, while providing support to other facilities as well, ensuring that products are produced and delivered on-time. The Production Planner helps plan and schedule appropriate labor and materials resources for efficient and cost-effective production flow. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Schedules production effectively for the Mesa facility by analyzing and using multiple data sources to develop strategic and tactical plans for work flow Strives to level load production schedules to ensure efficient and cost effective production Recommends labor levels for efficient production and on-time delivery Reacts and reschedules production when needed to accommodate unexpected situations Monitors, analyzes and reports production performance for Operations Determines product delivery dates based on material availability and labor capacity Updates master production schedule to reflect correct completion dates Revises production schedules when required due to labor or material shortages Recommends labor and machine requirements to meet short and long term production schedules Releases work for production per schedule Ensures appropriate inventory for efficient production Monitors shipping risks and opportunities Identifies, recommends and takes corrective actions to solve production issues Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor Job Requirements Minimum 3 to 5 years successful production planning and/or materials management experience Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing or related discipline, preferred APCS Certification, preferred Experience in a manufacturing environment, strongly preferred Demonstrated knowledge of inventory control Demonstrated analytical ability Experience with ERP/MRP Systems Lean manufacturing experience, preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Ability to work in a highly energetic, constantly changing, data driven environment About our Company Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high-reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company’s industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario. Benefits We Offer: At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full-time employees. Highlights include: UNITED STATES Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Generous 401(k) match Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.) Paid time off to volunteer Company-Paid Short Term Disability CANADA Full benefits package Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.) Pension plan Paid parental leave Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.